Space station crew left awestruck by aurora glowing above Earth
Aurora are natural light displays caused by charged solar particles interacting with Earth's magnetic field and atmosphere.
By Dean Murray
An astronaut has reported aurora over Earth that left the International Space Station crew "in awe."
European Space Agency astronaut Sophie Adenot shared images on Saturday (6/20) from 250 miles above the Earth aboard the orbital platform.
The 43-year-old Frenchwoman said: "This aurora was absolutely spectacular. It rippled and danced beneath our feet, as far as the eye could see, and its light was so intense that it bathed the entire Station in green reflections.
"We've had the joy of observing several since the start of the mission, but this one — far too bright for my usual aurora photo settings — left us all in awe!
"Moments like this never lose their magic, even up here, and the whole crew finds itself scrambling for the best spot by a window."
Aurora are natural light displays caused by charged solar particles interacting with Earth's magnetic field and atmosphere.
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